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According to its report, the commander found "the shooting deviated from the rules of engagement, and there was improper use of weaponry, with an emphasis on crowd-control measures."

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“Neither the Clippers nor Mr. Ballmer was aware of any improper activity by Aspiration or its co-founder until after the government instituted its investigation,” the statement read.

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The situation First Brands now finds itself in resulted from “decisions and actions” by the company, including “possible fraudulent or otherwise improper activity that is under investigation,” Handler said.

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Young was also suspended for two days due to “improper operation of a government vehicle and poor judgment” while in Tokyo, according to a DEA disciplinary notice.

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Ultimately, the judge ruled Google’s search was an improper monopoly, but delivered remedies that fell short of what the Justice Department was seeking.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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